area51novel Chapter 798: Purchasing Canned Knowledge (2)
Chapter 798: Purchasing Canned Knowledge (2)
Ying sighed silently in her heart, with the corners of her mouth twitching slightly: This is not a "kind-hearted citizen" at all, he is clearly a fox in sheep's clothing, with the face of a profiteer.
But her expression remained calm, and she simply asked, "Can you show us the goods?"
"Oh, of course!" Dolly clapped her hands enthusiastically. "Please take your pick—hey-hoo!"
Before she finished speaking, she deftly dragged out a bulging bag from the space attached to the Eye of God, put it on the ground with a "bang", and untied the knot with neat movements.
In an instant, a dazzling array of canned knowledge rolled out. The metal cans shone with a cold and mysterious luster under the dim light. They were densely packed on the ground, like a miniature treasure trove of knowledge.
Paimon's eyes widened, and he exclaimed inwardly:
Wow—she really has a ton of canned knowledge! If the disciplinary officers caught her, she'd probably be arrested on the spot and sent straight to the prison in the Ordinance Hall!
"How is it?" Dolly put her hands on her hips and puffed out her chest like a proud shopkeeper. "Which product do you prefer?"
"Although I don't ask about its use, as a professional, I'm happy to recommend it to you!"
She was thinking in her mind, hoping that the guests in front of her would have unique vision, but also secretly hoping that they would be short-sighted.
If you know the goods, it means long-term cooperation in the future.
Only those who truly understand the business will understand the scarcity and value behind every piece of knowledge she has. If there is any valuable information in the future, they will come to her first.
If you don’t know the value of something - hehe, this is a good opportunity to clear out those “unsaleable inventory” that have been piling up for a long time and no one is interested in buying.
For example, this one right now——
"Come on, look at this!"
She carefully picked up a metal bottle with a faint blue sheen and solemnly introduced it: "'Qiuqiu Sociological Ideology and Dialectical Analysis'!"
"In all of Teyvat's history, only three people have studied this in depth! It's truly a rare, one-of-a-kind copy! Today's special offer: only 35 Mora! Don't miss out!
Is this kind of weird thing really something that anyone would want?
Paimon complained in his heart.
After that, Dolly quickly picked up another container engraved with ancient runes and raised her voice suddenly, "Or this one—"Architectural Styles and Construction Methods of Teyvat Countries in the Early Period of the Demon War!"
"Listen to this! With this, you'll master the secret art of construction lost for millennia! Whether you're cultivating an immortal palace in Liyue or building a temple on Xumi, you'll instantly become a sought-after master of ancient building restoration, earning you a salary so high you'll have to count the money until your fingers drop!"
This sounds somewhat useful.
Paimeng thought to himself that if the price was acceptable, he could buy it.
"This one—200 million Mora, fixed price, no bargaining!"
The answer is actually quite simple. I want them all!
Give me a copy of "C++ Programming"
"A Review of the Unified Theory of Weak Currents," "Computer Networks," "Real Variable Functions," "Civil Engineering Drawings," any of which, if you have them, please sell them to me. Thank you.
[Can you give me a ton of seeds? ]
Regarding the Hilichurls, I think the Hilichurlologist from Mond might be very interested—she might even have studied it.
Musk is ecstatic.
Could those three be Elon Musk, his father, and his grandfather?
Upon hearing the price, Paimon's eyes widened, his watery eyes flashing with disbelief, as if the number was right in front of him, turning into a mountain and falling down.
Her mouth opened slightly, as if about to utter a series of exclamations, but in the end, it only turned into a crisp and exaggerated exclamation: "Wow - this is too expensive! It's even more unattainable than the stars in the sky!"
Having gone through a difficult period, even though he is financially free now, Paimon still knows the concept of 200 million Mora.
Ying's lips curled up slightly, a smile as gentle as a spring breeze. She smiled and shook her head, saying, "In my opinion, if you really want to gain a deeper understanding of this technology, instead of relying on these cold, canned data, you should seek advice from Mr. Zhongli."
"He might not teach me everything he knows right away, but as long as he's willing to speak, every word he says will carry the weight of thousands of years, the echo of time. I'm sure you'll learn more than what's contained in this canned knowledge."
Iya on the side listened quietly, his expression solemn and focused, and nodded silently.
Who doesn't know that the Emperor of Rock, draped in gold and ruling Liyue for a thousand years, has personally witnessed the fierce battles between demons and the reshaping of mountains and rivers?
Every line and every cornerstone of those ancient buildings may have been a masterpiece formed under his fingertips.
If one really wants to learn about this area, the insights Zhongli can provide are definitely richer than what is recorded in these canned knowledge.
After two consecutive enthusiastic sales pitches fell on deaf ears, Dolly sighed softly and finally understood:
The customers in front of her may not know the value of the goods, but they have their own scale of value in their hearts - it is not something she can impress or tilt with sales tactics.
She smiled and added in a gentle yet graceful tone, "Of course, you can choose your own. The contents and reference value of each knowledge jar are engraved in fine text on the bottom of the container. Please read carefully and choose what you like."
Ying and Paimon looked at each other, and there was a tacit understanding in their eyes that did not require words. Then they put their hands on Iya's shoulders at the same time. Their movements were gentle but firm, as if they were entrusting a heavy trust and expectation.
(Player perspective dialogue options:)
(1. Go ahead, Iya, it’s decided to be you!)
(2. Please, Iga.)
"Go ahead, Iya, it's decided to be you!"
"Come on, Iya! You must pick out the most valuable one! When the task is completed, I will treat you to the most fragrant and softest cake, with the cream piled up like a small mountain!"
……
Inside Fengdeng Tower.
Jun Bai, who was watching this scene quietly through the system screen, had a subtle and complex expression on his face. His smile was half-smile, but an indescribable sense of helplessness and reminiscence flashed through his eyes.
Of course he knew that when Ying said "It's decided to be you", she was just saying it casually, and she had no idea what kind of waves this sentence had set off in another world. It was a classic memory that will never fade in the hearts of many people, and it had no deep meaning at all.
But, these words came out of her mouth, speaking to his precious daughter——
There is a subtle feeling that my daughter is being treated as a pet
"Alas..." He opened his mouth, but swallowed the words back quietly when they reached his lips. In the end, they turned into a long and low sigh, as if they were going to travel through the cracks in time and space.
"Whatever, whatever. Even Iya doesn't care, so why should I bother myself?"
Jun Bai shook his head in self-mockery, and gently rubbed his brows with his fingertips, as if to suppress the sudden feeling.
His gaze returned to the screen, gazing at the three people leaning over and carefully comparing the knowledge tanks, and he murmured thoughtfully, "Speaking of which...if I remember correctly..."
"After this episode, the Flower God's Birthday Festival will soon begin."
He narrowed his eyes slightly, his thoughts rolling like clouds:
"This world's Little King of Auspicious Grass... and I have a connection. Should we send someone to celebrate his birthday and show respect on behalf of Liyue? Proper etiquette would demonstrate the magnanimity of a great nation."
Jun Bai hadn't originally planned to show up in the early stages of the Xumi main storyline. Keeping a low profile and watching the situation unfold was his most reliable strategy at the moment.
What's more, diplomatic activities such as birthday celebrations usually do not require the personal presence of the god of a country.
There are two exceptions: First, the power disparity between the two countries is so great that the weaker party needs to rely on the powerful. However, this obviously does not apply to Liyue, which has three gods and a profound cultural heritage.
Secondly, the gods on both sides have a very close personal relationship - but although the Little Auspicious Grass King has a special meaning to Jun Bai, up to now, the two have never even met, so how can there be any friendship?
Therefore, whether to send an envoy or go in person must be carefully considered and decided.
"When you are in doubt, look for Zhongli." Jun Bai chuckled, with a hint of relief and trust in his voice.
He pushed open the window, the night wind blew on his face, and the wings of fire suddenly spread out in the twilight. The blazing flames cut through the darkening sky, like a meteor falling into the mortal world.
"Let's go ask that old friend for his opinion first."
Before he finished speaking, he had already soared into the air, his figure transformed into a stream of flame, rushing towards Liyue Harbor, leaving a trail burning at the end of the sunset.
……
In the port of Ormos, the sun shines on the bustling market, and the sea breeze blows across your face, carrying the scent of exotic spices.
Iya, who was entrusted with an important task, proudly puffed out his chest with a solemn expression, and then walked forward steadily.
He gently lifted up his long sleeves, and with steady and graceful movements, he began to select "canned knowledge" from the dazzling array of goods.
His gaze swept across the crystal containers spread out on the ground as swiftly as an eagle.
After examining them for just a moment, he accurately picked out a few treasures that pleased him and placed them solemnly at Ying's feet.
Ying understood, a gleam of intelligence flashed in her eyes, and she said crisply: "I want all of these!"
In an instant, an unconcealable gleam flashed across Dolly's eyes.
The pieces of canned knowledge that Yiya had chosen were all priceless, extremely practical, and rare masterpieces of her inventory—the crystallization of wisdom, something that even senior scholars dreamed of.
This group of people really know the goods~
Especially this seemingly innocent and lovely little girl in front of me, it is true that you can’t judge a person by his appearance, he is very talented.
She immediately put on an enthusiastic, almost flattering smile and exclaimed earnestly, "Ah... distinguished guest, you truly have a discerning eye and exceptional taste!"
However, the deal is far from over.
The first selection is just a prelude.
Next, every time Yiya picked out a can of knowledge, Ying bought it without hesitation.
One person selected, the other bought, and the two worked in perfect harmony, smoothly and effortlessly. In just a few moments, they had swept away all the truly valuable canning knowledge on Dolly's stall.
Leaving behind empty boxes all over the ground, like a storm passing through.